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DA240329 - VARELA ERNEST & MARTHA
Public hearing to consider recommending that the Chief of Planning approve an after the fact Design Approval to clear code enforcement case (24CE00295) for the painting of an historic residence and to complete the repairs of a dilapidated detached storage shed to include an additional 150 square feet to the non-habitable accessory structure serving as a work garage. Colors to consist of 407 Carbon (black) for the trim, HLS4252 (Tudor Tan) for the accent and HLS4263 Hammered Pewter (greyish) for the house, materials to consist of vertical wood siding for the garage. The property is located at 20 First Street, Spreckels (Assessor's Parcel Number 177-033-018-000) Greater Salinas Area Plan.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the County of Monterey Historic Resources Review Board (HRRB) adopt a resolution recommending that the Chief of Planning: 1) Find the project qualifies for a Class 31 exception pursuant to section 15331 of the CEQA guidelines; and 2) approve an after the fact Design Approval to clear code enforcement case (24CE00295) for the painting of an historic residence and to complete the repairs of a dilapidated detached storage shed, as well as to include an additional 150 square feet to the non-habitable accessory structure and convert back to a garage.
DISCUSSION:
On June 5, 2025, the Varela application went before the HRRB to consider the application before them. However, the application was continued to a date uncertain due to confusion caused by the lack of a legible clear plan set and potential inconsistencies of the proposal with the Spreckels Design Guidelines. Staff stated a construction permit would be required and the current plans would be insufficient to submit for that purpose. HRRB member, Belinda Taluban, recommended revising the plan set for clarity, and suggested the applicant work with a draft person or professional designer to do so, and to consider working with staff and the HRR...
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